The Brülosophy Podcast

Brewers have been seeking ways to produce the clearest beer possible for ages, coming up with some pretty odd methods along the way such as relying on dried fish bladder known as isinglass. Despite so many technological advancements, modern brewers continue to rely on arguably rudimentary finings including Irish moss, an algae, and it's more powerful cousin Whirlfloc. In this episode, contributor Jason Cipriani joins Marshall to discuss the history of kettle finings in brewing, how they work, and some exBEERiment results. | Relevant Articles | The Irish Moss Effect xBmt The Whirlfloc Effect xBmt Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Necessary for styles such as Brown Ale, Porter, and Stout, roasted grains impart flavors of coffee, chocolate, ash, and nuts. They can also be used to impart a brilliant red color styles like Irish Red Ale. In this episode, contributor Matt Del Fiacco joins Marshall to give this arguably neglected ingredient the attention it deserves, discussing the various types of roasted grains as well as some exBEERiments they've done. | Relevant Articles | Full Mash vs. Capped At Vorlauf Cold Steeping vs. Full Mash Roasted Barley vs. Black (Patent) Malt Carafa Special II vs. Chocolate Malt Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Not too long ago, homebrewers interested in all grain brewing were often advised to build a cumbersome setup consisting of 3 separate vessels, all serving a very specific purpose. Making the jump to all grain essentially meant dedicating a good portion of one's garage to a brewery, which was a barrier for many. Then along came some clever Australians with an idea that made all grain brewing nearly as easy as brewing with extract-- Brew In A Bag! In this episode, contributor Jake Huolihan joins Marshall to chat about this simple approach to making beer that has become one of the most popular methods since its inception. We'll also be going over some interesting results from exBEERiments we've performed. | Relevant Articles | The Impact Squeezing Has On Beer Character Brew In A Bag vs. No Sparge In A MLT Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's often said that yeast require oxygen for the purposes of propagation, which serves to increase cell counts such that fermentation is strong and healthy. In this episode, Brülosophy contributor Matt Del Fiacco joins Marshall to discuss both the thinking behind wort aeration as well as some results from exBEERiments they've performed on the subject. | Relevant Articles | Shaken vs. Nothing Shaken vs. Pure Oxygen Nothing vs. Pure Oxygen Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As much as we here at Brülosophy love the funkier side of beer, most of what we brew demands cleaner styles so that the impact of whatever variable we're testing shines through. Thankfully, some of the best beers out there tend toward a cleaner flavor profile, from German Pilsner to Hazy IPA. With so many yeast strains out there, it can sometimes be difficult to choose one, and we thought it'd be cool to have a single option that works great in a variety of styles. On this episode, the dudes from Bootleg Biology join Marshall to discuss the new Brülosophy Blend yeast recently released as well as a bunch of data from blind taster evaluations of various beer styles made with the blend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

And we're back with our third Brü & A episode! Brülosophy contributor Brian Hall joins Marshall to answer a bunch of questions submitted by listeners on a variety of topics. If you have a question you'd like answered on a future Brü & A episode, email them to FEEDBACK@BRULOSOPHY.COM. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The most common way homebrewers get their start is by using extract, which comes in various forms. In this episode, contributor Malcolm Frazer joins Marshall to talk about this oft neglected ingredient including how both liquid and dry versions are produced, alternative uses for malt extract, and of course the results of some exBEERiments they've performed on the subject. | Relevant Articles | Extract vs. All Grain - Pt. 1: Maris Otter Extract vs. All Grain - Pt. 2: Comparing Recipe Kits The Impact of Age on Liquid Malt Extract Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's often said that brewers make wort and yeast make beer. The microorganism responsible for converting the sugars in wort into alcohol and carbon dioxide, as well as contributing a multitude of aromatic and flavor compounds, yeast is perhaps the most important ingredient in brewing. In this episode, Marshall sits down with Owen Lingley and Jess Claudill from Imperial Yeast to discuss this incredible bugger as well as their thoughts on xBmts covering certain yeast related variables. Check out everything Imperial Yeast has to offer at ImperialYeast.com! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Used to add both character and color, crystal malt is a staple for numerous beer styles, contributing a range of flavors from light and sweet to rich and fruity. In this episode, Brülosophy contributor Matt Del Fiacco sits down with Marshall to discuss this tasty brewing ingredient including a couple exBEERiments they've done on the topic! | Relevant Articles | UK Crystal vs. US Caramel Malt Crystal 60L vs. Crystal 100L/20L Blend Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ask any brewer what process change was responsible for the biggest improvement in their beer and making yeast starters will likely top the list. In this episode, contributor Jake Huolihan chats with Marshall about yeast starters, the purported importance of pitch rate, and the results of some exBEERiments on the subject. | Relevant Articles | Direct Pitch vs. Yeast Starter In A Moderate OG Ale Underpitch vs. Overpitch In A Lager Direct Pitch vs. Yeast Starter In A High OG Ale Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.